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Kush & Crime: A True Crime Potcast
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Every case has smoke. We follow the trail. Grab your buds and join Sam and Briana as they talk about some of the most fascinating cases in true crime.
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Episode 36: Ariel Castro Part 2
2w ago01:35:38Tap to summarizeGrab your buds, spark one up, and settle in... because this one only gets darker. Part 2 of the Ariel Castro case is here, and it's one of the hardest stories we've ever covered.This week we continue the horrifying timeline of Michelle Knight's captivity, the kidnappings of Amanda Berry and Gina DeJesus, and the unimaginable abuse they endured for years. We also dive into the heartbreaking failures that left these women trapped while warning signs were repeatedly missed.Before the darkness sets in, Brianna shares our Strain of the Day: Uh-Huh from Ooh Wee, and somehow we end up in a full-blown debate over whether you can actually "turn off" a joint.So we have to know...👇 Can you turn a joint on and off... or do you only light and put it out? Tell us in the comments because this debate isn't ending anytime soon.Listen now wherever you get your podcasts.#KushAndCrime #TrueCrime #TrueCrimePodcast #Potcast #CannabisCommunity #TrueCrimeAddict #CrimePodcast #MichelleKnight #AmandaBerry #GinaDeJesus #ArielCastro #JusticeForVictims #StayLifted #PodcastLife #TrueCrimeCommunity #WomenSupportingWomen #CrimeStories #PodcastRecommendation #420Community #SmokeAndListen
Transcribe →Episode 35: Ariel Castro Part 1
3w ago01:05:43Tap to summarizeSome cases are so disturbing they stay with you long after you finish researching them...and this is one of them.This week we're diving into Part 1 of the horrifying case of Ariel Castro, the Cleveland bus driver who secretly built a house of horrors while hiding in plain sight.Before the world knew about the kidnappings that shocked the nation, there were decades of warning signs. We trace Castro's childhood, his escalating violence, the unimaginable abuse suffered by his wife Nilda, and the failures that allowed him to continue terrorizing those closest to him.Then, we follow the heartbreaking story of Michelle Knight, whose difficult life made her vulnerable to a predator who exploited her desperation. What began as a simple request for directions ended with Michelle disappearing into Castro's home—where a nightmare was only beginning.Strain of the day: Gusherlicious- A sweet, fruity strain that helped us get through one of the darkest cases we've covered yet.Grab your buds, settle in, and join Sam and Briana as we get baked like grandma's cookies and discuss one of the most chilling true crime cases in modern history.Follow us on social media for case photos, episode updates, and behind-the-scenes content, and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe so you never miss an episode.#KushAndCrime #TrueCrime #TrueCrimePodcast #ArielCastro #MichelleKnight #ClevelandKidnappings #CrimePodcast #420Friendly #Potcast #TrueCrimeCommunity
Transcribe →Episode 34: The Scream Murder
4w ago01:00:47Tap to summarizeOn September 22, 2006, 16-year-old Cassie Jo Stoddart was house-sitting for her cousin in Pocatello, Idaho. She was supposed to spend the night with her boyfriend, watch the dog, and enjoy a quiet weekend away from home.But that night, things took a twisted turn that came straight out of a horror movie. What happened next would become one of the most disturbing murders in Idaho history.After the lights in the house mysteriously shut off and the sound of breaking glass came from downstairs, Cassie was left alone in the house. Two days later, she was found dead, stabbed 30 times.At first, investigators were left with a seemingly impossible mystery, but the truth was far more disturbing.As police began questioning the teenagers involved, their stories started to unravel. Hidden evidence was recovered from a canyon. Bloody clothing, masks, knives, notes, and a damaged videotape. This week on Kush & Crime, Sam and Briana talk about the murder of Cassie Jo Stoddart and the twists and turns that led to her killer's identity.Grab your Strawberry Push-Pop and light up, this one is crazy. #KushAndCrime #TrueCrimePodcast #CassieJoStoddart #TrueCrime #CrimePodcast #MurderMystery #TrueCrimeCommunity #IdahoTrueCrime #TrueCrimeStories #CrimeDocumentary #Podcast #potcast
Transcribe →Episode 33: Black Dahlia Pt 2
Jul 1701:43:21Tap to summarizeThe investigation into the murder of Elizabeth Short, better known as the Black Dahlia, takes an even darker turn.In Part 2, Sam and Briana dive into the horrifying crime scene, the shocking autopsy findings, and the investigation that quickly spiraled into one of the most infamous unsolved murder cases in American history.From a crime scene that stunned even seasoned detectives to media interference, questionable police decisions, and a seemingly endless list of suspects, this case became as much about corruption and sensationalism as it was about finding a killer.Spark up some cherry do-si-dos, settle in, and join us as we break down one of true crime's most haunting cold cases.Make sure you go back and listen to Part 1 to understand where we left off!Follow @kushandcrime on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook & X#truecrimepotcast #coldcase #unsolvedmystery #blackdahlia
Transcribe →Episode 32: The Black Dahlia Pt 1
Jul 801:29:48Tap to summarizeBefore she became one of America's most infamous cold cases, Elizabeth Short was a young woman searching for a place to belong.In this episode, Sam and Briana trace Betty's life before the headlines.From a childhood marked by abandonment and hardship to her constant search for opportunity in wartime California. Along the way, she relied on the kindness of strangers, chased dreams of a better future, and left behind a trail of unanswered questions that would only deepen after her tragic death.This is the story of Elizabeth Short before she became the Black Dahlia. 🌹Be sure to roll up some super lemon haze and settle in!Stay tuned for part 2 next Wednesday!🎙️ Listen now wherever you get your podcasts.#TrueCrime #BlackDahlia #ElizabethShort #ColdCase #TrueCrimePodcast #History #UnsolvedMystery
Transcribe →Episode 31: Joshua Guimond
Jul 100:43:14Tap to summarizeHe walked out of a poker game... and was never seen again.In November 2002, 20-year-old Joshua Guimond vanished from the campus of Saint John's University in Collegeville, Minnesota. A driven student, class president, aspiring lawyer, and someone everyone described as responsible, Josh simply disappeared after getting up from a card game, not saying goodbye to anyone.His keys, car, glasses, and belongings were all left behind in his dorm. Search dogs traced his scent to a bridge before it suddenly stopped. Massive searches turned up nothing. As the investigation unfolded, new questions emerged involving deleted computer files, conflicting witness statements, troubling allegations surrounding the campus Abbey, and theories that ranged from an accidental hit-and-run to the possibility that Josh met with someone in secret that night.More than two decades later, Joshua Guimond has never been found, and the mystery remains one of Minnesota's most haunting missing person cases.In this episode, join Sam and Briana as they break down the timeline, the investigation, the evidence, and the theories that continue to leave more questions than answers. Make sure to get ready by toking on some Dancing Gorilla, the economy friendly bud. If you have any information about Joshua Guimond's disappearance, contact the Stearns County Sheriff's Office or submit a tip here. This episode was recommended by a fellow bud, if you have a case suggestion submit it on our website here!#truecrime #joshuaguimond #missingperson #strainoftheday
Transcribe →Episode 30: The Lululemon Murder
Jun 2400:54:56Tap to summarizeIn 2011, 30-year-old Jayna Murray was working the closing shift at her Lululemon store in Bethesda, Maryland. By the next morning, Jayna had suffered 331 wounds, and investigators were faced with a crime scene that looked like the work of multiple attackers.But as the evidence piled up, a shocking truth emerged. The story police started to realize they were fed a bunch of lies.This week on Kush & Crime, Sam and Briana dive into the horrifying murder of Jayna Murray, the lies, the cover-up, and the forensic evidence that unraveled it all.Spark up some Gorilla Glue # 4 and settle in—this case is one you won't forget. 🌿🔪Follow @kushandcrime on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook & XHave a case suggestion? kushandcrime.com/case-suggestionSupport the show: patreon.com/kushandcrimeTrue crime podcast covering the Lululemon murder-the murder of Jayna Murray. New episodes every Wednesday#TrueCrime #TrueCrimePodcast #JaynaMurray #BrittanyNorwood
Transcribe →Bonus Episode: Rex Heuermann's Sentencing Hearing
Jun 1800:18:24Tap to summarizeWe told you we'd be back with an update once sentencing happened. It happened this week, and we have a lot to say about it.Quick recap if you need it: from the 1990s through the 2010s, an ogre of a man used Craigslist to target small, vulnerable women across New York, lured them to his own home, and killed them there. Rex Heuermann has been tied to eight victims. If you haven't heard Part 1 and Part 2 of our Long Island Serial Killer coverage yet, go back and start there first, this episode will hit a lot harder with the full story behind it.This week we break down what happened inside the courtroom during sentencing; the victim impact statements, what Rex said when given the chance to speak, and the judge's response to him. Several family members didn't hold back, and two statements in particular are ones we won't forget anytime soon.Rex Heuermann was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. After more than thirty long years since his rein on terror began, there's finally some accountability.We've linked footage from the hearing and the victim statements on our website if you want to see it for yourself.New episodes every Wednesday at 5AM ESTHave a case suggestion? Fill out our case suggestion form at kushandcrime.com/case-suggestionFollow us @kushandcrime on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and X.Stay Safe & Stay Lifted — Sam & Briana#TrueCrime #LongIslandSerialKiller #GilgoBeach
Transcribe →Episode 29: The Long Island Serial Killer Part 2: Rex Heuermann's Confession
Jun 1701:24:11Tap to summarizeHe was a husband, a father, and an architect...and for over a decade, he was also the Long Island Serial Killer. In Part 2 of our deep dive into the Gilgo Beach murders, we cover Rex Heuermann's early life, his marriage, his first known victims, and the disturbing system he built to keep getting away with it.This is one of the most significant true crime cases in recent American history, and it just took a massive turn. Rex Heuermann pled guilty in April 2026 to the murders of seven women and admitted to an eighth, bringing a 17-year reign of terror on Long Island to a close. His sentencing is set for June 17, 2026.In this episode we break down:Rex Heuermann's childhood and the warning signs that were missedHis marriage to his wife Asa and the family life that masked everythingHis first known victims and how his methods evolvedThe meticulous system he used to avoid detection for over a decadeHow the timeline finally caught up to him and led to his arrest and confessionIf you haven't listened to Part 1 yet, go back and start there!! This case makes a lot more sense once you have the full picture.Light up some Blueberry Haze and settle in. This one is heavy, but it's a story that deserves to be told all the way through.Stay tuned for an update after his sentencing hearing!New true crime episodes every WednesdayFollow @kushandcrime on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook & XHave a case suggestion? kushandcrime.com/case-suggestionSupport the show: patreon.com/kushandcrimeTrue crime podcast covering the Long Island serial killer, Gilgo Beach murders, Rex Heuermann, and the cases that keep us up at night. New episodes every week.Stay Safe & Stay Lifted — Sam & Briana#TrueCrime #LongIslandSerialKiller #GilgoBeach
Transcribe →Episode 28: The Long Island Serial Killer Pt 1
Jun 1001:21:15Tap to summarizeLong Island, New York. A stretch of highway called Ocean Parkway. And a killer who operated undetected for over a decade while investigators worked tirelessly to find him.The Long Island Serial Killer case, also referred to as the Gilgo Beach Murders, is one of the most chilling true crime cases in recent American history. What started as a search for a missing woman turned into the discovery of multiple victims and an investigation that spanned more than a decade before a shocking arrest finally gave victims' families the answers they deserved.In Part 1 Sam & Briana break down how it all started. We discuss the victims, the timeline, and everything investigators had pieced together in the years leading up to the arrest of Rex Heuermann. Part 2 drops next week. You're going to want to be caught up for his sentencing hearing on June 17th. Spark up some Grape Pie and settle in. This one is a two-parter for a reason.New episodes every Wednesday.Have a case suggestion? Fill out our case suggestion form at kushandcrime.com/case-suggestionFollow us @kushandcrime on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and X.Join our Patreon: patreon.com/kushandcrimeSupport the show: anchor.fm/kushandcrime/supportStay Safe & Stay Lifted — Sam & Briana
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